C.H. Allen House

Archive

-

Glendale Heritage Preservation Museum

Name/Title

C.H. Allen House

Entry/Object ID

2000.003.6005

Scope and Content

C. H. Allen House is a Pivotal Structure located at 780 Congress Avenue. It is also known as the Pillars. There is an old gazebo or summer house with an underground basement thought to be a remnant of tunnels that once connected the home to others nearby used to hide runaway slaves. The land included the Riddle farmhouse. (source: Comprehensive Survey Report)

Lexicon

Search Terms

780 Congress Avenue, Pivotal Structure, Riddle Farmhouse, Greek Revival, Underground Railroad, Victorian Period Plaque

Create Date

April 4, 2020